Top Northern China Classes & Workshops

Tired of cookie-cutter cooking classes? Led by Dana with 15 years of hotel industry expertise, our private courtyard café offers a premium dual cultural experience: handmade dumpling cooking workshop + optional Chinese mahjong lesson. You’ll learn to fold perfect traditional dumplings and cook classic dishes like Kung Pao Chicken, Yangzhou Fried Rice and chili oil noodles. Our professional head chef (my husband) customizes menus for Sichuan, Cantonese or regional flavors. After cooking, you can stay to learn the rules and fun gameplay of authentic Chinese mahjong.

Learn the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy, and walk away with a special memento, when you sign up for a small-group class. Pick from numerous daily class times to best suit your sightseeing schedule, and get ready to flex your creative muscles. Learn more about the practice and try different techniques, and leave with a brand new set of skills.

Chinese art has a long and distinguished history that continues to this day. Enjoy an enriching encounter with local culture, enhance your creativity, and create a very special souvenir when you join this small-group water color painting class. Whatever your age and experience level, the intimate group size ensures personal attention from your instructor, guaranteeing you leave with new skills—as well as a beautiful fan.

Rather than only walking through Beijing’s hutongs, guests spend time inside a real local family home. This private experience combines a guided Shichahai neighborhood walk with two hands-on traditions: Chinese calligraphy and dumpling making. A private English-speaking guide interprets the activities and conversations with the host family, helping guests understand both historic hutong culture and everyday life in Beijing today. Guests share a generous home-cooked lunch and leave with their own calligraphy artwork.

Learn the basics of tai chi during a private class in Beijing. Your expert instructor explains the foundation of tai chi, a Chinese martial art that is said to benefit the body’s overall health. Hear about the philosophy of Taoism, and yin and yang, then practice some slow deliberate movements combined with deep breathing and focus, the essence of tai chi.

Combine Chinese art culture, and cuisine in just a few hours on this private half-day private tour that lets you learn Chinese calligraphy and cooking with two classes. First, take a calligraphy class in the hutong area, then visit a local market to pick up ingredients before cooking and eating Chinese dumplings in a local family's home. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

Have you ever watched Crazy Rich Asians and found yourself intrigued by that intense Mahjong scene? Or perhaps you heard Julia Roberts talk about her love for playing Mahjong and thought, What’s so special about it? Now’s your chance to find out! Whether you're a curious beginner or a passionate fan of the game, this experience welcomes all levels. Join us in the heart of old Beijing’s local neighborhoods, where Mahjong isn’t just a game—it’s a way of life. You’ll learn to play from friendly locals, find a Mahjong buddy, and immerse yourself in a social scene full of strategy, laughter, trickery, shouting, and even dramatic high-fives. Even better, science suggests Mahjong may help improve memory and prevent cognitive decline—but honestly, most people play for the thrill of winning and the joy of connection, haha. Come and see for yourself what makes Mahjong so addictive—and who knows, you might just become the next King or Queen of the tiles!

Enjoy a uniquely Chinese cultural experience by joining a calligraphy class. Learn about the importance of the form to Chinese culture as your teacher instructs you about ink strokes, brushes, rice paper, and more.

Welcome to spend a cocktail night with us! It’s one of the best ways to make new friends while traveling — and I promise, you won’t regret it! You might start your night in a traditional Chinese medicine–inspired bar, where a bartender trained in herbal mixology crafts a cocktail infused with medicinal herbs just for you. Next, step into a mystical divination bar, where a Chinese witch”reveals your fortune and blesses your cocktail according to your destiny. Before your trip, you’ll receive a personalized digital nightlife guide filled with insider tips: Beijing is full of fascinating bars — from academic bars to LGBTQ+ friendly lounges, and film-inspired hideouts. Whatever your vibe, you can freely choose which bars to visit based on your interests. Let new friendships make your journey in Beijing unforgettable!

Experience two sides of Beijing in one full-day tour—explore the historic Mutianyu section of the Great Wall and enjoy a traditional dumpling lunch at a local restaurant. Walk along one of China’s most scenic and well-preserved stretches of the wall, surrounded by mountain views and seasonal landscapes. Then, relax over a meal of handmade dumplings, a symbol of good fortune and a staple of Chinese culinary heritage.

The Acrobats Show at the Regal Palace Theater (Qin Le Gong Theater) is amazing with unbelievable Price. You just spend only one fifth of the price to have the VIP seat comparing with other Theater, which allows you a wonderful and closer distance to the performers, creating an immersive experience. China is the home of acrobatics, The show is fabulous and you can trace back to 2000 years ago. And it is definitely worth every penny you spend.

If you are visiting China, if you are interested in oriental culture, Tai Chi is no doubt your best choice. This class offers you a indepth culture experience, you are not only instructed to learn basic Tai Chi Kungfu movements, but also helped understand authentic theory behind --Taoism, Yin Yang, Qi (internal energy), Kungfu and mindfulness etc. The class unveils the mytery of this world most popular exercise not only as a martial art, but also a way of living. How softness overcome hardness, how 1 pound can defeat 1000 kilos in application; how it uses mind to guide the flow of Qi; what its connection with the medition and mindfulness...all of this will be well illustrated in this class, it inspire you ,challenge you, direct you to explore the protential of our ourselves! (This product has been recommended by the world travel guide book "Lonely Planet"2025）

A real courtyard, not a stage set. 93 Courtyard Museum is an authentically preserved century-old siheyuan — not a tourist replica, but a living piece of Beijing's architectural heritage. You make, you don't watch. Every workshop is hands-on from start to finish. No passive demonstrations. You leave with a finished piece you created yourself. Learn from an artisan, not a tour guide. Real techniques, real stories, real patience. Private and intimate. Groups are capped at 4–8 people. No crowded rooms, no rushed rotations. You get genuine one-on-one guidance at your own pace. Six crafts, your choice. More options available to choose from on-site. Tucked in a quiet hutong lane far from the crowds, this is a side of Beijing most visitors never find. No experience required. Just curiosity. All instruction is in English, and every step is guided. A souvenir with a story. Your handmade creation is packaged for travel — and it means more than anything you'd buy in a shop.

Master Eric Liu Tai Chi Class is featured in "Lonely Planet"(2025), the world famous travel guidebook. - This is high quality private Tai Chi class, Suitable for learners at all skill levels - 20 years of teaching Tai Chi experience to internaitonal visitors. - In-depth knowledge of traditional Chinese healthcare & Taoist culture - Fluent English for smooth , barrier-free communication Eric Liu, founder of Beijing Sanfeng Tai Chi Club, started his martial‑arts journey at age 14. Decades of dedicated practice, paired with deep study of *The Book of Changes* and *Tao Te Ching*, gave him a thorough understanding of the inner‑healing power of Song Gong (relaxation qigong). This mind‑body practice has become the focus of his research and teaching. He stresses that Tai Chi is far more than physical exercise — it is a living philosophy for daily life. Its core principles of softness, balance and adaptive yielding should guide our actions, rather than force, stubbornness or extremes.

Professional kungfu teacher who has been trained since 5 years old. Learn original Chinese kungfu with us instead of shows on movie. We will teach you the difference between Chinese kungfu and normal boxing . Also we will present you the usage of kungfu in real life instead of competition contest

Pick up from your Beijing city hotel, enjoy a memorable 1 hour Tai Chi class on the banks of the Shicha Hai Lake. Practice some basic Tai Chi movements with a master, learns through clear communication, practice and feedback. Then glide around Houhai Lake and Hutong allays on a leisurely bike tour. Beijing city hotel pick up is included.

Not a typical bar crawl: This experience focuses on connection, culture, and atmosphere rather than just drinking. Explore real hutong life at night: Walk through historic alleys where old Beijing meets modern youth culture. Drink like a local: From craft beer bars to street-side convenience store drinking — experience authentic social rituals. Cultural storytelling through nightlife: Learn how traditional baijiu culture coexists with modern drinking trends. Meet people, not just places: Connect with locals and travelers from around the world in a relaxed, social setting.

Peking Opera has a 200-year history and is considered a national treasure. In the heart of Beijing's city center (near Qianmen), there sits a Yangtze-style park built during Emperor Qianlong's reign, and our activity takes place in a Peking Opera theater within this park. You can tour the traditional opera theater stage for free and try on Peking Opera costumes (additional cost of $41). You'll spend 1.5 hours here, creating your own Peking Opera facial mask souvenir to take home as a memento of Beijing's traditional culture.

Delve into the world of Chinese metaphysics through a personalized consultation in the heart of Beijing. This intimate experience utilizes 5 Elements and personal Feng Shui analysis to reveal your dominant and deficient elements—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—guiding you towards greater balance. Participants receive a tailored wellness roadmap, including suggestions for supplements and lifestyle changes to enhance personal energy. Each consultation is complemented by a premium coffee or tea service, creating a harmonious blend of East and West. Leave with a deeper understanding of your inner energy map and a practical kit to maintain equilibrium long after your visit.

Experiencing a traditional Chinese tea ceremony to feel the culture of Chinese tea inside original hutong area beside Forbidden City. Our workshop is located right beside Fobidden City east gate. If you are interested in original local life and culture, we are surrounded by hutong with hundreds of years history,you will be dived into the historic circumstances of hutong life , feel and learn about Chinese tea culture and Beijing dialect culture You could communicate with original Beijinger to have a deep understanding about Beijing

Discover the Hidden Cultural Gem of Shenyang: Manchu Paper Pinching Art! Step into Shenyang, the former capital of the Qing Dynasty. Beyond the iconic red walls and golden tiles of the Imperial Palace, there lies a hidden cultural treasure waiting for you to uncover – Manchu Paper Pinching Art. This is a magical craft that requires no scissors! With just your hands, you can transform ordinary flat paper into intricate 3D patterns. Known as a “living fossil” of Manchu culture, it carries the rich heritage and artistic wisdom of the Manchu people. Here, you will not only learn about the fascinating culture of the Qing Dynasty but also have the unique opportunity to experience this intangible cultural heritage firsthand. Under the guidance of skilled artisans, you will master the techniques of paper pinching and create your own distinctive Manchu-style handicraft to take home as a special souvenir of your trip to Shenyang!

- Delve into the elegance of Chinese culture with a hands-on calligraphy workshop that spans 2 to 3 hours. Start by familiarizing yourself with essential tools like brushes, ink, and paper during a 30-minute introduction. - Then, engage in a one-hour guided session that unveils the history and techniques of Chinese calligraphy and traditional painting. - Finally, unleash your creativity by creating your own ink artworks, applying what you’ve learned in a practical setting. This enriching experience offers a unique glimpse into the beauty of Chinese aesthetics and is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their cultural understanding.

Make the most of your time in Beijing and combine culture, exercise, and sightseeing on this private half-day combo tour. Enjoy a private tai chi class where you will learn about the health benefits of this martial arts practice, as well as some basic gestures. Then visit the Temple of Heaven, a complex of religious building used for harvest ceremonies during the Ming and Qing dynasties.